Kombimatec creates factory for Dial 1st Construction

Kombimatec has supplied and installed a suite of machines to design and build expert, Dial 1^st Construction, to establish a dedicated 1,800ft2 window manufacturing factory for bespoke private projects.

This investment gives Dial 1^st Construction full control over the supply and quality of PVC-U windows and doors destined for its own construction and renovation projects.

According to Kombimatec, this was not a ‘normal factory fit out, and the machinery specialist worked closely with director Kannan Vivekananthan to better understand the needs of manufacturing for private projects, rather than supplying direct to the trade.

“After having worked with too many unreliable windows suppliers and being left unsatisfied with waiting times and quality of product, we began looking into developing our own factory and sourcing the best possible machinery to support rapid growth and consistent quality,” commented Kannan Vivekananthan, director at Dial 1^st Construction.

“It was important we had faith in the windows we were producing – and therefore, the machinery we would be relying on to fabricate each window from start to finish.

“It was clear that Kombimatec could be relied upon to provide a high standard of customer support throughout, including the process of selection, purchase and installation,” continued Kannan.

Dial 1^st Construction works exclusively in London – a demanding market that, in Kannan’s own words, “requires grit, tenacity and thoughtful consideration.” Combining longevity and affordability with efficiency is crucial if the company is to maintain competitive edge. Having forged strong relationships with housing associations in and around London, it was crucial to find a solution to the supply of windows that fulfilled the company’s ethos of providing consistent, exceptional service and not cutting corners.

“Working with Dial 1^st was a completely different approach, and a great opportunity to create a factory set up that was new, fresh and different,” added Kombimatec director, David Parsons. “The company needed a greater degree of versatility without losing efficiency, and that was factored into the final list and layout of machines. It has been a real pleasure to see Kannan and his team of fabricators go from zero to 150 windows a week in such a short amount of time”.

David Parsons is said to have overseen the whole installation process from start to finish, supporting Dial 1^st Construction both in person and over the phone.

“The machines formed just a part of Kombimatec’s overall support,” added Kannan Vivekananthan. “David’s expertise was invaluable when going through site surveys, implementing best practice, and introducing efficiencies to keep our factory processes simple and smooth”.

The full package of machinery included a DGS450 electronic double mitre saw, CRD1200 copy router and triple drill, CR7823 twin head door router, AVN4 vertical vee notch saw, 1HD twin reverse butt welder, 4HDV four combination head welder, EV443CNC corner cleaner, SCT9 transom groover, and GLS190 upstroke mitre bead saw.

Currently Dial 1^st Construction is producing between 125 to 150 units per week, and this is set to expand.

Dial1st Construction has been in operation for over 20 years, primarily working on the design, build and development of modern British homes, as well as large-scale renovation projects that refit older buildings for the 21^st century.